Baking Powder Drop Biscuits
Last updated: Thursday December 09, 2021
Ingredients
2 |
- |
Cups |
All-Purpose Flour |
2 |
1/2 |
Tsp |
Baking Powder |
- |
3/4 |
Tsp |
Salt |
5 |
- |
Tbs |
Butter |
- |
3/4 |
Cup |
Milk |
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
- In a bowl mix the flour, baking powder and salt. Add the shortening and mix until in little pieces. Add milk a little at a time and mix until it forms a ball.
- Roll out on floured board to 1/4 inch to 1/2 inch thick. Cut out in desired size and dip in melted shortening. Place biscuits on an ungreased baking sheet.
- Bake at 450 degrees F (230 degrees C) for 12 to 15 minutes.
- Variation: For shortcakes add 2 tablespoons for sugar to the dough and roll dough out to 1/2 inch thick.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
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Total Time: 30 Minutes
Yield: 12-18 Biscuits